Don't miss this remarkable custom built home in the South of Grand community. Thoughtfully situated on this tree-lined lot - lots of privacy, and spectacular sunrise views from your 4 season room. There's more outdoor space to enjoy those views on the renovated deck. In addition to the main floor living room, dining area, breakfast nook, kitchen and 4 season room, there is another living space on the upper level with 3 large bedrooms. The primary ensuite is flooded with natural light with access to outdoor space on the deck. Huge primary bath with tiled shower, lots and lots of windows and a relaxing tub. Walk-out lower level has so much more living space that includes a wide open living room and soda fountain, an office with its own back door entrance. This is truly a home for entertaining, yet still maintains cozy corners to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Unbeatable location - close to downtown and freeway access. You'll enjoy walks in this iconic area.
For sale
$759,900
181 38th Pl, Des Moines, IA 50312
3beds
2,502sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1995
8,755.56 Square Feet Lot
$768,400 Zestimate®
$304/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Walk-out lower levelLots of privacySoda fountainLarge bedroomsLots of windowsSpectacular sunrise viewsBreakfast nook
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 27, 2025 at 09:07am
Listed by:
Jenny Farrell (515)779-7500,
RE/MAX Concepts
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 725094
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,502
- Total interior livable area: 2,502 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 345
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 8,755.56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 175
Details
- Parcel number: 09001625000000
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1995
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $304/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $675,000
- Annual tax amount: $13,871
- Date on market: 8/27/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
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